Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 11 Nov
Cheapest price on 11 Nov
£12
Average ticket price on 11 Nov
£16
Fastest journey on 11 Nov
40 m
Average journey duration on 11 Nov
40 m
Trains on 11 Nov
40
Distance
26 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Wed 11 Nov, we found 40 trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 22 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest trains will take 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Western RailwayW34999
    0 changes
  • SouthernG88562+South Western RailwayL84472
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79922 · L80351
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL79919+SouthernG88555
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15004
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
26 km
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
40m
First train
4:44
Last train
18:46
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Frequently asked questions about your Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU).

The cost of a train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 26 km.
The first train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 4:44.
The last train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) departs at 18:46.
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southampton Central (SOU). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, South Western Railway.

Live departures

Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times

The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79976+SouthernG26706
On time
16:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h03
17:03 Southampton Central (SOU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15020
On time
16:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h39
17:08 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81283
On time
16:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
17:46 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79982+SouthernG26712
On time
17:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h03
18:03 Southampton Central (SOU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15021
On time
17:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
18:10 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81297
On time
17:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
18:46 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79988+SouthernG26718
On time
18:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h05
19:05 Southampton Central (SOU)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15023
On time
18:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h40
19:09 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL81309
On time
18:47 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
19:47 Southampton Central (SOU)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 11 November
South Western RailwayL84470+SouthernG887094:57 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
5:59 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL811565:16 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h59
6:15 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79916+Great Western RailwayG150025:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h50
6:45 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150026:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h40
6:45 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150026:05 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h40
6:45 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79919+SouthernG885556:28 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
7:28 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL79919+SouthernG885556:28 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
7:28 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL811656:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h59
7:47 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811656:48 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h59
7:47 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79922 · L803516:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
7:57 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL79922 · L803516:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
7:57 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150047:24 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h42
8:06 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150047:24 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h42
8:06 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84472+SouthernG885627:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
8:31 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL84472+SouthernG885627:29 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
8:31 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL811757:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
8:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79928 · L803598:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h57
8:57 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL79928 · L803598:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h57
8:57 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150058:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
9:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150058:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
9:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811878:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
9:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811878:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
9:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79934+SouthernG266649:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h04
10:04 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL79934+SouthernG266649:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h04
10:04 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150079:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
10:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150079:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
10:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811999:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
10:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL811999:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
10:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79940+SouthernG8859110:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h01
11:01 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1500910:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
11:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26187_C82383 · G2667210:32 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h59
11:31 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL8121110:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h01
11:47 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79946+SouthernG8860311:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
12:02 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL79946+SouthernG8860311:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h02
12:02 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1501111:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h40
12:07 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1501111:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h40
12:07 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
SouthernG26195_C82393 · G2667811:32 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h59
12:31 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
South Western RailwayL8122311:46 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h00
12:46 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL79952+SouthernG8861512:00 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
1h01
13:01 Southampton Central (SOU)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3499912:27 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
0h41
13:08 Southampton Central (SOU)0 changesdirect

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Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway or Southern offer trains services from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
49m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£12
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
48m
Cheapest Southern Price
£12
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
40m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£12
Great Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southampton Central (SOU)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Yes, there is a night train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU).

FAQs: Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southampton Central (SOU)

Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Portsmouth
Arrival train stations in Southampton
Portsmouth & SouthseaPortsmouth & Southsea station, Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.

Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services

Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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